How to set a digital tacho unit for out of scope

If exempt from EU Driver’s Hours Regulations you may still be required to make a record of your activities under Domestic Regulations. If Domestic Regulations recording is required then you need to keep an up to date log book or you may choose to record your activities via tachograph. Please remember that ALL working activities must be recorded not just driving so manual entries may be required. Tacho needs to be in calibration and set for out of scope operationl.

It is advisable to check DVSA guide on Driver’s Hours to make sure your journey is classified as out of scope operation and seek professional advice as incorrect interpretation of the rules may lead to serious consequences for the driver and your company.

Common examples of out of scope driving are listed in DVSA guide but it is advisable to seek professional advice as incorrect interpretation of the rules can put your Operator’s Licence at risk or cost you a fine!

Set a Stoneridge tacho unit for out of scope

Go to menu by pressing ok buttom

Use arrow button to find “PLACES”

Press Ok

OUT OF SCOPE will appear

Press OK

To come out of this mode follow the same process

Set a VDO tacho unit for out of scope

Go to main menu by pressing OK button.

Use arrows to find ENTRY VEHICLE

Press OK

OUT BEGIN will appear

Press OK

Your vehicle is now set for out of scope operation

To come out of out of scope follow the same steps to the moment where it says OUT END

Please remember that insertion of driver card normally sets the tacho back to EU hours mode